Far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been released on police bail until 2 September following his arrest over an alleged assault at St Pancras railway station that left a man with serious injuries.
The 42-year-old, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was arrested at Luton Airport on Monday evening after arriving on a flight from Faro, Portugal. British Transport Police (BTP) confirmed on Tuesday that he has been bailed whilst their investigation into the 28 July incident continues.
Robinson had been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and taken into custody for questioning. The other man seen in footage of the incident was taken to hospital with “serious injuries” but was discharged on 30 July, the force added.
Swift Bail Decision Follows Custody
Following his arrest and questioning, Robinson was released on conditional bail until 8 September, according to initial reports, though BTP later confirmed the date as 2 September. The decision to grant bail suggests investigators require additional time to gather evidence and complete their enquiries.
Robinson posted on X following his release, writing: “RELEASE THE FOOTAGE @metpoliceuk”, apparently calling for the release of additional video evidence from the incident.
The victim of the alleged assault was described by witnesses as being given emergency treatment at the scene. One witness told LBC: “I saw around eight police vehicles, cars and a van, lined up outside on both sides of the station. I saw an unconscious man being worked on by paramedics. They were trying to resuscitate him, and there was what looked like a blood transfusion bag.”
Pattern of Legal Troubles Continues
The bail release represents the latest development in Robinson’s extensive history with law enforcement. The English Defence League founder has multiple convictions spanning nearly two decades, including assault, fraud, drug offences, and contempt of court.
His criminal record began in 2005 when, aged 22, he was sentenced to 12 months in prison for assaulting an off-duty police officer who had intervened in a street argument between Robinson and his then-girlfriend. During the altercation, Robinson kicked the officer in the head as he lay on the ground.
In 2011, Robinson was convicted of leading a street brawl involving 100 football fans in Luton, receiving a 12-month community rehabilitation order and three-year football banning order. The following year, he was imprisoned for attempting to enter the United States illegally using a false passport in the name of Andrew McMaster.
More recently, Robinson was released early from an 18-month prison sentence in May 2025. He had been jailed in October 2024 for contempt of court after breaching an injunction that prevented him from repeating false claims about Syrian refugee Jamal Hijazi, whom he had been ordered to pay £100,000 in damages for defamation.
Additional Legal Challenges Ahead
Beyond the current assault investigation, Robinson faces further legal proceedings. He is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 5 June 2025 on charges of harassment causing fear of violence against two Daily Mail journalists.
The charges relate to incidents alleged to have occurred between 5 and 7 August 2024. At a pre-trial hearing at Southwark Crown Court on 3 July, Robinson entered not guilty pleas. His trial has been set for 16 October 2026.
A Crown Prosecution Service spokesperson previously stated: “We have authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, 42, with harassment causing fear of violence against two men.
Investigation Remains Active
BTP emphasised that their investigation into the St Pancras incident remains ongoing, with officers continuing to review CCTV footage and gather witness statements from the busy railway terminus.
The force has asked anyone with information about the incident to contact them, quoting reference 655 of July 28. They confirmed they are treating the injured man as a victim rather than a suspect at this stage of the investigation.
Robinson’s supporters have claimed he acted in self-defence, with some circulating the footage showing him claiming the other man “came at” him. However, police have not commented on the circumstances leading up to the alleged assault.
The activist, who has been banned from Facebook and Instagram for violating policies on hate speech and promoting extremism, maintains an active presence on X where he continues to comment on his legal situation.
As investigations continue, the bail conditions mean Robinson must remain available to police and could face immediate arrest if he fails to comply with the terms of his release or attempts to leave the country again before his September bail date.
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